OK, so everyone loves talking on their cell phones but did you know that doing it can be hazardous to your health?  No, I'm not talking about the news reports you hear so often which associate cell phone usage with brain tumors.  I'm referring to the injuries that can result from talking on the cell phone while driving! There's no doubt about it, it's DANGEROUS!  How many times have you seen another driver start to drift into another lane of traffic (maybe yours) and then when you look over at them what do you see?  You got it, a cell phone! They are more interested in their conversation than in obeying the rules of the road.  Hard to believe, but cutting that big business deal or asking their spouse what to pick up at the grocery store becomes more important at that moment than their own safety.

Can you get a ticket for talking on a cell phone while driving, you ask. YES!   Many countries as well as some cities in the United States and the State of New York have made it illegal to talk on a hand-held cell phone while driving.  In states where there is no law against holding a cell phone while driving, police officers can ticket you for unsafe driving.  In other words, if you are doing something other than driving while driving (holding a cell phone, putting on lipstick, reading a map or book, etc.) and you are driving unsafely as a result of such activities, you may receive a ticket.

To make your day a little safer and your life a little easier, here are some cell phone safety tips:

1.    Try to place outgoing calls while your vehicle is stationary. (example red lights, traffic standstills) 

2.    Use a "hands-free / headset" or speaker phone (these are available for most if not all hand-held cell phones).  Not only does this allow you to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.

3.    Program frequently called numbers into your phone's 1 touch (button) dial list, allowing you to keep dialing to a minimum.

4.    If you must dial when the car is moving, hold the phone at eye level so you will always have a clear view of the road.

5.    Do not make emotional phone calls while driving (quitting your job,  breaking up with a boyfriend or girlfriend, etc.) as you will be focused primarily on the call rather than your driving.

6.    Never read or write while the car is moving.  If you must write a note or take down a phone number during a conversation, PULL OVER!

7.    Make sure your phone is within easy reach while driving, research shows that more accidents are caused in the attempt to reach the phone (in the car) and dialing.

Smart Tip: If any time you are jump starting your vehicle, and if at that time your phone is connected to your car's power source, disconnect your phone before using jumper cables. The power surge could damage your phone.

If you think we have helped in you anyway with this guide, please rate the guide useful which will inspire us in writing more useful guides in the near future.

Drive Safely, Its a Civic Duty !!!